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flag Tree roots from 40-year-old council-planted trees are damaging 18 homes in Dudley, residents say, blaming the council for ignoring years of complaints.

flag Residents on Newark Road in Dudley say tree roots from 40-year-old council-planted trees are damaging up to 18 homes, causing structural issues like cracked walls, shifting floors, blocked drains, and mould. flag They accuse Dudley Council of ignoring repeated pleas since 2009, despite promises of assessments that never came. flag Residents, including tenants and homeowners, report deteriorating conditions, unsafe living environments, and financial strain from failed property surveys and a recent rent increase. flag Council officials claim no prior records of concerns but now plan to send specialists to assess the situation.

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